Colleges in San Diego

Colleges in San Diego

The city of San Diego in California is the second-largest city in the state and the economic center of the region. Primarily focusing on military and defense-related activities, San Diego is also known for manufacturing, international trade, and the up-and-coming biotechnology sector, largely in part to the University of California in San Diego and the UCSD Medical Center.

With one of the highest-ranking educated populouses, the city is home to a number of institutions, including several public options, such as San Diego State University, and the San Diego Community College District, and UCSD, which is also home to the only school of medicine in the city. There are four law schools in San Diego, three of which are accredited by the ABA, California Western School of Law, Thomas Jefferson School of Law, and the University of San Diego School of Law. The city is home, primarily, to private colleges and universities, including Point Loma Nazarene University, John Paul the Great Catholic University, San Diego Christian College, and the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, as well as many others.

While the city has planned expansions for public transport, including extending that range of the trolleys, most residents own and use vehicles as their primary mode of transportation. The San Diego International Airport, located in San Diego Bay, is the busiest single-runway airport in the US.

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San Diego State University is a public research institution located in San Diego, California. What began as an all-female college for elementary school teachers now consists of 8 colleges that offer 95 undergraduate programs plus a variety of...

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I have definitely learned new information and facts I did not know prior to attending SDSU. All professors are unique with their own way of helping students learn the material. Professor's office hours are so helpful and fitting to your schedule, and...

” – Lizette from Planada, CA

Founded in 1960, the University of California of San Diego is a research institution located in La Jolla, CA. The 1,200 coastal woodland campus along the Pacific Ocean is home to six undergraduate colleges, five academic divisions, 5 graduate and...

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Teachers can be great, but you must go to class to actually learn. I never thought I'd be skipping classes, but it happens and I learned the hard way that this is NOT smart. Discussions with TAs can be incredibly helpful as well. I had a math class...

” – Current Student from San Diego Area

The University of San Diego is a private research university affiliated with the Roman Catholic church. USD offers 42 different bachelor's degrees and 54 minors, in addition to various study abroad programs, and more than half of the student body...

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great academics
small class sizes will work with me (20-30)
professors care about their students

” – Yasamin from El Cajon, CA

Founded by the Church of the Nazarene in 1902, Point Loma Nazarene University is a Christian liberal arts college in San Diego. PLU offers undergraduate degrees in over 60 fields of study and the university’s Office of Strengths and Vocation provides...

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The school has a great academic atmosphere. Because of the policy prohibiting drugs or alcohol on campus, students can focus on learning and enjoy their studies in a healthy environment. The school provides great opportunities for extra-curricular...

” – Adam Corfman from San Diego, CA

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National University is a private not-for-profit institution with multiple locations throughout California and one campus in Nevada. NU provides concentrated programs aimed at adult learners with courses scheduled on weeknights and weekends. The...

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National University has a wide range of courses. Their instructors are quite diverse in knowledge and experience. Ever since I transferred here I stopped screwing around and got my academic path together, you kind of have no choice but to succeed...

” – Andrew from La Quinta, CA

Palomar College is a public community college operating one main campus and three academic centers around San Diego County, California. Many students choose to study the social sciences, fire prevention and safety technology, or paramedic training...

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Classes are good, just be sure to pay attention and not fall asleep during lectures!

” – Cate

Grossmont College is a public, 2-year institution located in El Cajon, California. The college features a number of student service facilities, such as the Assistive Technology Center, the Dream Center, the CalWORKs Student Services, and the Career...

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Many of the teachers at Grossmont also teach at local schools like San Diego State.

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San Diego City College is a public, 2-year institution established in the state of California. Among the school’s many degree and certificate program options are many unique areas of study, such as Chicano Studies, Futures Studies, and Dance...

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A school containing friendly people with a variety of cultures religions and styles. Nice but strict teachers of which explain their lectures more than well. Recycling and clean environment located close to a beautiful ocean view!

” – Christina from El Centro, CA

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San Diego Mesa College is a public community college based in San Diego, California. It is the largest community college in the city and part of the San Diego Community Colleges District. Noted programs include culinary arts and food service...

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The professors here at Mesa are amazing!!! The professors and students alike are very helpful here. Academics are a major aspect of this college. If you want to go to a college where the students are friendly, the professors strict but helpful, many...

” – Amy from San Diego, CA

With campus situated on a hilltop overlooking the surrounding community, California State University-San Marcos is a 4-year public institution in southern California and part of the Cal State system. CSUSM is home to colleges of Humanities, Business...

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This is my second year at CSUSM and I'm love with my school. Ever since the orientation day the staff and student organization made me feel welcome. They showed me the school, the library, the cafeteria, the bookstore, the labs and the buildings...

” – Luis from San Diego, CA

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Cuyamaca College is a 2-year community college in the eastern San Diego area. Among its 91 degree programs and 74 certificates, Cuyamaca offers several foreign language programs including Arabic, Native American languages, and Aramaic. The college’s...

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I am really learning a lot in Cuyamaca College. The teachers are excellent because they dedicate their time even if it is not during the class in order for you to understand whatever subject you are confused on. Most of the teachers learn your name...

” – Marlene from San Diego, CA

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Founded in 1970, San Diego Christian College is a four-year liberal arts college that educates students through teachings of the Scripture. SDCC is a private institution and associates with the evangelical denomination of Christianity. The suburban...

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San Diego Christian College is a beautiful institution. The academia is that of a liberal arts college, but it is distinctive with its motivational faculty. It is unlike any school I've heard of, and its unique, albeit unorthodox, methodology is...

” – Spencer from Santee, CA

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Alliant International University is a private for-profit institution based in San Diego, California. Alliant operates multiple campuses around the state. Students can opt for the “Fast-Track” and take graduate level courses during their last year of...

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I have great professors and they are very invested in you being able to understand. They want you to learn

” – Dorothy from Anaheim, CA

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San Diego Miramar College is a public, 2-year institution established in the state of California. The campus features a number of resource facilities for students to utilize, such as the Academic Success Center, which offers independent study spaces...

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miramar college has fantastic teachers and staff. the new campus, which is still in progress, is convenient with most classes in the same building. also the classes are not packed.

” – Catherine from Poway, CA

John Paul the Great Catholic University is a small private university in the San Diego metro area. JPCatholic blends hands-on instruction in creative arts and business with a Catholic liberal arts education. The school operates on a quarter system...

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This is a great school for striving for personal excellence. You will grow in the faith with the curriculum centered around the love of Jesus Christ; you will grow intellectually through challenging courses and caring professors; all around, this...

” – Matthew from Escondido, CA

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The California Western School of Law is a legal institution and the oldest law school in San Diego. California Western features a JD degree that can be paired with master’s degrees in Business Administration and Social Work. To gain legal expertise...

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The Thomas Jefferson School of Law is a legal institution in San Diego. Thomas Jefferson features a JD curriculum as well as online master’s and doctor of Law programs. To provide simulated law practice outside of the classroom, Thomas Jefferson...

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With a campus located between San Diego and the US/Mexican border, Southwestern College is the only 2-year community college in the southern part of San Diego County. In order to serve this well-populated region, Southwestern offers over 320 degree...

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On my first year at Southwestern College I was in the Transfer Institute Program, which is a one year program designed to increase the number of students transferring to a university. Being in the TI has been a awesome experience and also very...

” – Michelle from Chula Vista, CA

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From its campus in the greater San Diego area, Southern California Seminary is a Christian institution training students for ministry. The seminary’s academic programs are founded on Biblical literalism and culminate in a bachelor’s degree in...

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Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute is a graduate school and research institution in San Diego dedicated to training medical scientists and eradicating disease. SBP is home to the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences featuring a 4.5...

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Established in 1995, California International Business University is a private, 4-year institution located in San Diego. CIBU offers degrees in Business Administration from a bachelor’s to doctoral level as well as a non-credit Business Fundamentals...

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Affiliated with the University of San Diego, the Franciscan School of Theology is a Roman Catholic institution and the only Franciscan seminary in the United States. Franciscan offers three master’s degree programs in Divinity, Arts, and Theological...

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Westminster Seminary California is a Christian graduate school in southern California dedicated to training future pastors and the first Reformed seminary in the western United States. Westminster Seminary offers master’s degrees in Divinity...

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The High Tech High Graduate School of Education is a teaching grad school in San Diego with a focus on progressive educational theory. HTH offers a master’s degree in Educational Leadership designed for teachers and school leaders dedicated to...

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NewSchool of Architecture & Design has a rich history of accommodating working students through its evening class structure. The institution received institutional accreditation in 1991, attracting mid-career professionals seeking a career change due...

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